2006 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Phaeton | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
